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    16581 John Rowland Trl, Milton, DE 19968

    3beds
    3,118sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2005
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $643,300 Zestimate®
    $199/sqft
    $2,951 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $643,300

    $605,000 - $688,000

    $2,951/mo

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    What's special

    This lovely and spacious 3100 sq. ft. "Berkeley" home faces community green space (not homes!), with first floor living that is both open AND sensible! Enjoy the upgraded options which include a sitting area extension off the primary suite which steps out onto the upgraded patio.....an upper level game room....a sun room extension to the breakfast area.....an ensuite full bath for one of the upstairs guest rooms....a 2nd porch off the first floor study....an upper level storage room and a back yard oasis garden complete with designer style hardscaped patio, gas line for your grill and curved steps to an upper area with awning! Located in amenity rich Paynter's Mill where the Lewes & Milton zip codes meet - just 6 miles from the beach, 2.5 miles from fabulous bike trail into town! On non-beach days, enjoy staying home as this house has everything you need ... multiple bonuses/upgrades ....the main level has an open living/kitchen/sunroom concept to the private study complete with a wall of built-in bookshelves, walk-in closet and private porch! It also has a traditional dining room and a spacious primary suite with walk-in closet, spacious ensuite full bath, and a sitting area with its own private access to the beautiful back yard! The well designed kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a center island complete with cooktop and downdraft, a built-in desk, updated lighting, corner sink and an open view (but private prep area!) of the living room, kitchen table area AND vaulted sunroom! And don't forget the practical spaces here on the first floor which include a private laundry and a powder room. Upstairs is more than you expect! 2 additional bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a hall linen closet and a large, vaulted bonus / game room! Additionally, there's great storage here --- with an upstairs storage room, walk-in closets in each bedroom PLUS the garage has floored attic space with a pull-down ladder. Your coastal home is in the luxurious Paynter's Mill community -where the amenities abound including a fitness trail, clubhouse with gathering room, workout rooms, events...plus a pool, baby pool, playground, pickleball, tennis, basketball, cornhole, bocce, and even horseshoes! In addition, there is a plaza at the community's entrance which includes 3 restaurants, various services and an indoor mailroom for the community! Enjoy living just 6 miles from Lewes and the bay! 7 miles from the Cape May Ferry...8 miles from the fabulous ocean beaches at Cape Henlopen State Park! (did we mention all the bike trails in the area? One is just 2.5 miles from this house!!) Enjoy being on the northern side of Sussex County's beaches, as you can shorten your trips to/from PHL, NYC and DC. Don't let your dream of living by the beach go by yet another year! Remember...."locals summers" extend from spring through fall here!!! (Room dimensions from builder's floorplan/see attachment)

    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Gail Carpenter 412-585-1153,

    Active Adults Realty,

    Co-Listing Agent: Steve Carpenter 412-585-4460,

    Active Adults Realty

    Bought with:

    Francine Balinskas, RS-0025087

    Active Adults Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2065926MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Study, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Storage Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Zoned, Propane
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Humidifier, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Microwave
    • Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), 9'+ Ceilings
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Vinyl Clad, Window Treatments
    • Has basement: No
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,118
    • Total interior livable area: 3,118 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,118
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Storage, Detached, On Street, Driveway
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    • Details: Garage Sqft: 380
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Accessible Hallway(s)
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
    • Exterior features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Other, Sidewalks
    • Pool features: Community
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 66.00 x 114.00
    • Features: Landscaped, Rear Yard
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 23522.00893.00
    • Zoning: MR
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Coastal,Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding, Stick Built
    • Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Condition
    • Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2005
    Details
    • Builder model: The Berkeley
    • Builder name: Beazer Homes

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Cable Connected, Propane - Community, Cable

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Pool
    • Security: Security System
    • Subdivision: Paynters Mill
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Basketball Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Common Grounds, Fitness Center, Jogging Path, Party Room, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Tot Lots/Playground, Other
    • Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Road Maintenance, Trash, Pool(s)
    • HOA fee: $711 quarterly
    • HOA name: PAYNTER'S MILL PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
    Location
    • Region: Milton

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $199/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $42,150
    • Annual tax amount: $2,076
    • Date on market: 7/31/2024
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Road surface type: Black Top

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/28/2024Sold$619,000-1.6%$199/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DESU2065926 Report a problem
    9/7/2024Pending sale$629,000$202/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DESU2065926 Report a problem
    7/31/2024Listed for sale$629,000+7.1%$202/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DESU2065926 Report a problem
    9/15/2021Sold$587,500+2.3%$188/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DESU2000772 Report a problem
    7/29/2021Pending sale$574,500$184/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DESU2000772 Report a problem
    7/10/2021Contingent$574,500$184/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DESU2000772 Report a problem
    7/7/2021Price change$574,500-1.8%$184/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DESU2000772 Report a problem
    6/25/2021Listed for sale$585,000+36.4%$188/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DESU2000772 Report a problem
    10/10/2017Sold$429,000-2.5%$138/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/19/2017Listed for sale$439,900+15.8%$141/sqft
    Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES GALLO-L #719512 Report a problem
    4/5/2013Sold$380,000-2.6%$122/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/8/2012Listed for sale$390,000$125/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Resort Realty #594564 Report a problem
    10/7/2011Listing removed$390,000$125/sqft
    Source: Mann and Sons, Inc #586298 Report a problem
    9/7/2011Price change$390,000-15%$125/sqft
    Source: Mann and Sons, Inc #586298 Report a problem
    4/11/2011Price change$459,000-8%$147/sqft
    Source: Mann and Sons, Inc #586298 Report a problem
    8/15/2010Listed for sale$499,000$160/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Coast & Country #557253 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,352 -34.9%$320,050 +659.3%
    2024$2,078 +0.1%$42,150
    2023$2,076 +3.6%$42,150
    2022$2,003 +26.4%$42,150
    2021$1,585 +0.4%$42,150
    2020$1,579 $42,150
    2019$1,579 -0.2%$42,150
    2018$1,582 +9%$42,150
    2017$1,451 +22.6%$42,150
    2016$1,184 -26.4%$42,150
    2015$1,609 +0.7%$42,150
    2014$1,597 +2.9%$42,150
    2013$1,552 +48.4%$42,150
    2012$1,046 +17.8%$42,150
    2011$888 $42,150
    2010$888 -4.5%$42,150
    2009$930 $42,150
    2008-- --
    2007-- --
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    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19968

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • High: Cape Henlopen
    • District: Cape Henlopen

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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